Retired Wrencher 5,454 #1 Posted March 30, 2023 This is a 69 Raider 10 - K 12 Kohler implant. I am thinking the dealer had this on the shelf so when the tecky blew up he went to the dealer, and they had this one on the shelf. As I said earlier post on this tractor this is a service engine also. You may see a 3/4" bolt where the axel pin would be. There was so much play in the front axel The pin did nothing to stop it. So, the 3/4" bolt. Problem solved. The baggiest problem was getting it to run right. Lots of carb spray. Took the jests out today, sprayed them, for the first time it ideal down to a normal rpm. WAHOO. So, I put it to work. Also just in case you never saw this before I found this at an auto parts store.It is muffler cement from JB weld. Comes in a tube no mixing. I know they make good stuff used it many times. Before and after picks. A nelson original muffler. Wanted to save it so that is why I did it. 8 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #2 Posted March 30, 2023 Report back on how well it holds up please. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,454 #3 Posted March 30, 2023 Just now, WHX?? said: Report back on how well it holds up please. Will do on that. I know their stuff works used it many times. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #4 Posted March 30, 2023 Looks good! Did you paint the wheels? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,552 #5 Posted March 30, 2023 21 minutes ago, WHX?? said: Report back on how well it holds up please. x2... I have a muffler just like that and thinking that looks like a great option... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RED-Z06 2,221 #6 Posted March 30, 2023 Some have good luck with that stuff, some dont. My Legacy XL has a very large and expensive muffler, it has a few rust holes on top of the canister. I cleaned the surface, roughed it up, degreased it, tried a different brand id had great luck with...it lasted about 10 minutes and cracked off. I tried a 2nd product..the same stuff OP used, it lasted about 45 minutes and fell off. I then tried a 3rd product, one you mix up and it gets thick...it pours on and hardens, then you cure it with heat. Followed the directions...its still on, 5 hours later but its starting to leak around it so its not long. Might have to get my tanks filled and try to braze them, this is the first time the liquid miracles have all let me down. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,454 #7 Posted March 30, 2023 (edited) 9 hours ago, Sparky said: Looks good! Did you paint the wheels? Yes Mike I used rustolem Stain finish. Also it drys very fast. I guess it is like the old flat white or what ever. Just wanted to spruce it up a little Edited March 30, 2023 by Retired Wrencher Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,454 #8 Posted March 30, 2023 6 hours ago, RED-Z06 said: Some have good luck with that stuff, some dont. My Legacy XL has a very large and expensive muffler, it has a few rust holes on top of the canister. I cleaned the surface, roughed it up, degreased it, tried a different brand id had great luck with...it lasted about 10 minutes and cracked off. I tried a 2nd product..the same stuff OP used, it lasted about 45 minutes and fell off. I then tried a 3rd product, one you mix up and it gets thick...it pours on and hardens, then you cure it with heat. Followed the directions...its still on, 5 hours later but its starting to leak around it so its not long. Might have to get my tanks filled and try to braze them, this is the first time the liquid miracles have all let me down. All I can say is this muffler is in good condition before I did this work to it. I guess preventive maintenance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,454 #9 Posted March 30, 2023 9 hours ago, SylvanLakeWH said: x2... I have a muffler just like that and thinking that looks like a great option... I did a little sanding to get the high spots. With this header paint it helps to blend it in. Thanks for the post. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,318 #10 Posted March 30, 2023 (edited) Who still wears a wristwatch these days ??? Looks like it has potential - my motto - fix it once, be done with it. Same problem comes back, time to change plans. Edited March 30, 2023 by ri702bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,846 #11 Posted March 30, 2023 10 hours ago, SylvanLakeWH said: x2... I have a muffler just like that and thinking that looks like a great option... Electric tractors need mufflers? 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,552 #12 Posted March 30, 2023 Still got one running on dino juice... The C-105... 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,620 #13 Posted March 30, 2023 @SylvanLakeWH looks like its well kept ! can relate to the paint shine finish , detailing , try an oil soak on that plow blade , for paint recovery , let it soak in and feed that base paint . done that to all my horse paint . don,t rush it , let it work , repeat till the paint starts to rub / break thru . then a cleaner wax / solvent . been recently using graphene paint finisher , amazing depth / clarity / smooth finish pete. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,454 #14 Posted March 30, 2023 7 hours ago, ri702bill said: Who still wears a wristwatch these days ??? Looks like it has potential - my motto - fix it once, be done with it. Same problem comes back, time to change plans. I guess I do because I am an OLD FART. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #15 Posted March 30, 2023 4 hours ago, Retired Wrencher said: I guess I do because I am an OLD FART. Same here Gary! I feel naked if I leave the house without it 1 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #16 Posted March 30, 2023 17 minutes ago, Sparky said: I feel naked if I leave the house without it Having a visual here are we Sylvia? @SylvanLakeWH 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,454 #18 Posted March 31, 2023 11 hours ago, Sparky said: Same here Gary! I feel naked if I leave the house without it I have been using one for so long it is just natural I guess! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beap52 811 #19 Posted March 31, 2023 Yep gotta have a watch--except it's on my right arm. First thing every morning is glasses. Then can't leave the house until I've got my pocket knife, chap stick, nail clippers and handkerchief. I don't know how the younger generation is going to survive. Why heck, they don't even carry cash! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,454 #20 Posted April 1, 2023 12 hours ago, Beap52 said: Yep gotta have a watch--except it's on my right arm. First thing every morning is glasses. Then can't leave the house until I've got my pocket knife, chap stick, nail clippers and handkerchief. I don't know how the younger generation is going to survive. Why heck, they don't even carry cash! I hear you on that. Definitely a different world when we were young. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,217 #21 Posted April 5, 2023 (edited) On 3/31/2023 at 5:45 PM, Beap52 said: I don't know how the younger generation is going to survive I totally remember hearing almost the exact same words from adults in the late 60’s. I survived. I heard it again from friends when I was working with high schoolers in the 80’s and 90’s. Most of those kids have survived and done well. Been a lotta “younger generations” so far so I figure the odds are this one will find a way. Edited April 5, 2023 by Handy Don Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beap52 811 #22 Posted April 5, 2023 4 minutes ago, Handy Don said: I totally remember hearing almost the exact same words from adults in the late 60’s. I survived. I heard it again from friends when I was working with high schoolers in the 80’s and 90’s. Most of those kids have survived and done well. Been a lotta “younger generations” so far so I figure the odds are this one will find a way. Actually I was trying to be tongue-in-cheek with the young generation. We are very proud of our daughter and son-in-law. They are both very professional and well respected in our community. Pam and I have actually said they're doing a better job of raising our grandchildren than we did with our two kids. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrc 812 #23 Posted April 5, 2023 my buddy owns the local autopart's store. i hang out there from time to time. you would be amazed how many young people come in to buy something small/cheap. (say under $5 bucks) and have no cash! i would love to see all the electronics go away for a week and see if the younger generation can survive without their phone. I DOUBT IT! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,454 #24 Posted April 5, 2023 8 hours ago, mrc said: my buddy owns the local autopart's store. i hang out there from time to time. you would be amazed how many young people come in to buy something small/cheap. (say under $5 bucks) and have no cash! i would love to see all the electronics go away for a week and see if the younger generation can survive without their phone. I DOUBT IT! You just around the corner from me.Thanks for the reply. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
